The Ski and Snowboard Gear Guide

February 19, 2025
BY Alice-Rose Perry

What’s cooler than cool? Ice-cold… conditions.

With the world’s top experts in high-performance design all in one place (our Discovery Platform), locking in the best ski and snowboard gear is as smooth as a freshly groomed run.

From aerodynamic helmets and pro-level shells, to ultra-warm base layers and après-ready essentials, expect cutting-edge innovation, legendary craftsmanship, and just the right mix of functional style to (snow) boot.

Here’s what matters when investing in world-class gear…

Insulating, breathable, waterproof: your armor against ever-changing alpine conditions.

The Mountain Studio takes the next step with the reversible W. Pertex Tecno down jacket, designed with two distinct functions on each side. The shiny side is crafted from Pertex 20D Quantum Fuse, offering both protection and breathability, while the matte side features a waterproof 15,000mm hydrophilic membrane. Forward-thinking design at its best.

For your shell jacket, Fusalp carries forward its French Alps legacy with the Power jacket, a water-repellent, stretch softshell packed with cold-ready PrimaLoft® wadding and plenty of pockets.

Crucial Equipment

Helmet on, gloves up, goggles down… relax, you’re in safe hands!

Made from polycarbonate with an anti-intrusion ABS ‘Bay Blend’ shell, Fusalp’s Italian-made Pace helmet offers top-tier protection, meeting European safety requirements. With an interchangeable anti-scratch visor and quick-drying ventilation, it’ll meet your high expectations too.

Joined by French eyewear experts IZIPIZI, the Parisian-designed Snow All Weather goggles have thermoformed foam contours for all-day comfort, 100% UV category 2 anti-fog lens, and will fit all helmets.

Mid and Base Layers

New philosophy: keep your friends close and your base layers even closer.

The Mountain Studio’s NUYARN® wool is shaking up the industry with its high-performance capabilities. This wool textile is crafted using advanced spinning technology, unlocking its natural properties to enhance moisture management and thermo-regulation.

Fusalp’s Stellia thermal layer, made from brushed PowerStretch material, is a seamless addition to your layering system. Designed to provide extra insulation beneath jackets and sweaters, the high half-zip neck doubles as a neck warmer for added protection against the elements.

Ski Pants

Ski pants: the only time you’ll be excited to be at the bottom.

The Y-1 PRO Three-Layer GORE-TEX® Pro Shell pants by The Mountain Studio are a feat of alpine resistance. Crafted from durable 80 denier GORE-TEX® fabric, they excel in extreme conditions, offering windproof, breathable, and dynamic protection.

The BS Rabbit 3L Seam Sealing pants are innovative and contemporary design combined, ready to tackle everything Mother Nature throws your way. Crafted from durable, flexible waterproof fabric that’s treated for extreme snow and rain, customize the fit for optimal movement.

Ski hard, relax harder… it’s après time!

Lands’ End does vintage ski chic with the Drifter cable-knit cotton sweater, nodding to traditional alpine design with its fun slogan intarsia cable knit.

Repetto, another French performance label, brings the Gentiane boots to blend vintage ballet style with modern functionality, featuring padded, water-repellent shells and extra-fluffy linings for warmth.